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Friday, July 11, 2008

Words: "A Man In Transition" By Keith "K.L." Belvin

My friend & colleague Keith "KL" Belvin is proud to present his debut on the literary scene with his book, "A Man in Transition". Want to read a story of how a man can change his life through the power of God? This collection of stories and poems is a must read! But don't just take it from me. Read the reviews about this great book and then pick up a copy before you head to the beach this summer. It'll be GREAT summer reading!

What do you call a man who cheated on his wife numerous times, fathered multiple children, was driven by his ego, drank and partied as if there wasn’t a tomorrow and even turned one of his children into the police? Today he is a devoted husband who loves his wife with each breath. Takes care of all his children and honors his responsibilities. He holds a Master’s degree in education and found the Lord. He now spends his time trying to heal others who were on the same path he was to destruction.

You would call him "A Man in Transition”.

Through poetry, short stories and observations, K. L. gives you a glimpse into his life as misogynistic adult, turned master of education. Reared by his mother, grandmother, and for a short time great grandmother KL opens a window into the interpretations of life from the perspective of an educator. Teaching today’s young black males growing up without their fathers or significant male role models he uses poetry to show masculinity instead of the usual choices availed to so many. “A Man in Transition" speaks to the center of this changed man’s heart while providing a glimpse into a past that will make you shake your head.

“A Man in Transition”, A collection of poems, stories and observations written by a New York City Teacher, Keith Belvin (K.L.), who gained media attention when he turned his daughter in after viewing a video of her and her friends assaulting a passenger on the subway, is now available online at http://www.klthewriter.com/.

“NO MATTER HOW HARD OUR EDUCATORS WORK, THE KEY TO A CHILD’S SUCCESS IS HIS OR HER PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, OR CAREGIVERS.

SO I WANT TO ACKNOWLEDGE AN EDUCATOR AND A PARENT WHO MADE A DIFFICULT DECISION ABOUT HIS FAMILY.

KEITH BELVIN’S DAUGHTER AND A GROUP OF TEENS WERE INVOLVED IN AN INCIDENT ON THE SUBWAY IN WHICH A YOUNG MAN WAS PHYSICALLY AND VERBALLY ASSAULTED, AND WHEN A VIDEO OF THE INCIDENT APPEARED, MR. BELVIN RECOGNIZED HIS DAUGHTER PLAYING AN ACTIVE ROLE.

AS A TEACHER HIMSELF, MR. BELVIN ALWAYS EXPECTED RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR FROM HIS STUDENTS — AND HE COULD EXPECT NOTHING LESS FROM HIS OWN DAUGHTER.

AS MUCH AS HE LOVES AND WANTED TO PROTECT HER, THE MOST IMPORTANT THING HE HAD TO DO WAS SAVE HER LIFE, SO HE TURNED HER IN.

MAYBE WE CALL THAT TOUGH LOVE, BUT IT ALSO SHOWS A PARENT WHO IS TEACHING HIS KID TO DO THE RIGHT THING! WELCOME KEITH BELVIN!”-Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President

In this difficult world teachers face the task of educating today's children. Husbands have to deal with the pressures of being faithful loving men to their wives. Fathers have to face the pain of their mistakes while remaining focused on the family they are charged with protecting and providing for. These are just a few of the things you'll read about in "A Man in Transition".

Many fathers may not have made the difficult decision that K.L. did with putting his daughter to justice, but then they don’t know his story.

"A Man in Transition” addresses various issues that men face that often are categorized taboo because they tend to emasculate the gender.

The book provokes thought and calls to action, especially on the topics addressing African American, males reclaiming the dominant role in the family structure.

“As a man travels through life many things affect the way he chooses to walk his path. Some may run and see nothing, some may quit and stay right where they are, and yet others will grow as they walk, taking in each moment as they pass by,” states K.L. “A Man in Transition” is a compilation of poems, short stories, inspirations, and observations that discuss those paths."

Pick up “A Man in Transition” today.

You’re not just buying poetry, your supporting an educator...

FOR MORE INFORMATION:Contact:Keith Belvin “K. L.”, AuthorBravin PublishingP.O.Box 340317Jamaica, New York 11434